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We’re all feeling the tension in the United States right now. But studies show that much of that divide is coming from our own misperceptions.
 
Braver Angels, a non-profit de-polarization organization, is confronting the issue head-on with volunteers across the country. By gathering people into groups to host debates and one-on-one conversations, these free workshops aim to teach people how to talk to each other to hear and understand each other’s point of view.

To sign up to listen or participate in a free event, visit https://braverangels.org/.

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Victims of domestic abuse, those battling cancer, and many others living with mental health disorders and deformities are reclaiming their confidence with the help of Hope & Olive Inc.

This non-profit organization based in northeast Wisconsin provides permanent makeup, tattoo removal and areola restoration to women from all walks of life at no cost to them.

In this episode, we'll talk with the founder of Hope & Olive, Jill Ullmer, along with Jodi Meyer (previously seen on The Doctors) who has received services from Hope & Olive as she continues to battle a rare disease called essential tremors.

To learn more about Hope & Olive or to apply for services, visit https://hopeandolive.org/.

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You know that phrase, don't judge a book by its cover? That is exactly what we're talking about in this episode of Sole Source.

 Life is messy and a tornado of feelings can come out of the trauma we experience. Without being able to regulate those feelings, they can creep into our behavior that touches all aspects of our lives. It can be confusing to us and to those around us who may not know that our behavior has its roots somewhere else – our trauma.

 Jennifer Bartolotta, the owner of Bartolotta & Associates based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is teaching people about Trauma-Informed Care. This type of training can not only transform a workplace but can also help deescalate problems and prevent major catastrophes from happening.

To book a training session with Jennifer Bartolotta, visit https://bartolottaandassociates.com/.

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Caring for a loved one with a critical or terminal illness often becomes the number one priority in a caregiver’s life. But what we end up seeing is those caregivers pushing aside their own physical and mental needs to focus entirely on providing that care. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says self-care is just as important, and we can all take steps to make sure caregivers feel supported and are not ignoring themselves by asking a simple question: How are you feeling right now?

Tune into this episode, requested by a Sole Source listener, to learn different ways we can help the caregivers in our lives.

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You’ve seen him go viral for shutting down female stereotypes on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. Now you get to see him on Sole Source. 

That’s right, we’re talking with Scottish vlogger Daniel Euan Henderson about why he has made it his mission to empower women and what he hopes to do in the future.

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hendersondaniell
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniel_euan_henderson/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKvdamQwspIHOGaggjZta-Q

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Sole Source is turning one this week! 

We reminisce about the launch of the show and the original plans that were tossed out the window when the pandemic struck. 

In true Sole Source fashion, we have some more changes to adapt to in the next few months. Tune in to this short episode to find out what to expect in the next few weeks.

Thank you so much for a successful first year of Sole Source! We wouldn’t be here without each one of our amazing listeners and subscribers and are so grateful that you continue to share the show with your family and friends!

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You have the experience and the know-how. You’ve put forth substantial effort to get to where you are today. You’ve earned it. But you still feel inadequate… almost like you don’t belong.

You’ve been struck with Imposter Syndrome. It’s an internal struggle that can make you downplay your accomplishments, attributing them to luck. You’re not alone. This phenomenon is felt by many, most commonly among women and minorities, but we can overcome it.

We’re talking with national speaker and author Valerie Young, founder of impostersyndrome.com. She has been featured in TIME Magazine, Newsweek, Cosmopolitan, Redbook and Women's Day. She has been seen on NBC News, heard on BBC radio and even spoke in front of corporations like NASA, Google, Facebook as well as Stanford and Oxford Universities. She is sharing her expertise and years of research on Imposter Syndrome with us on Sole Source.

To book a speaking opportunity with Dr. Valerie Young, visit https://impostorsyndrome.com/contact/.

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The healthcare system in the United States is broken and women in particular are paying the price.

Women make most of the decisions on healthcare for their families and often will use healthcare longer due to outliving their male counterparts. Yet a Commonwealth Fund study found nearly half of U.S. women report problems paying medical bills.

So how can we make healthcare more attainable and affordable for everyone?

Dr. Daniel Sem is the Dean and Professor of Business at Concordia University, Director of the Rx ThinkTank and coauthor of the book "Purple Solutions." He is sharing what he believes is the way to start to correct this  broken system that he claims can't withstand another 10-years at this rate.

To learn more or order the book "Purple Solutions," visit https://purplesolutions.org/about-us.

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 Dr. Anne Marie Alabano with the JED Foundation is talking about ways to know if your child is depressed and what you can do about it. There are several solutions to try to help kids feel better during this difficult time and we are breaking them all down in this week's podcast.

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WARNING: This episode is not for children.
 
Sole Source is getting into all the intimate and dirty details about sex during a pandemic. People are horny, stress levels are high and sexual frustrations are rising.
 
If you're a couple, you may have seen your sex life stall, we're talking about that. What can you do to relight that flame?
 
If you're single and ready to mingle, but can't mingle, we're talking about that. Dating is hard right now, but it can be done, find out how.
 
Dr. Karen Stewart is a nationally renowned clinical psychologist out of Los Angeles who specializes in sex and couples therapy. She has been featured in shows such as "The Doctors," "TLC," "Good Morning America," "VH1" and "Bravo TV" as well as in publications like "Redbook Magazine," "Women's Health," and "Good Housekeeping."

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